Serving 212 students in grades 6-8, Dequincy Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dequincy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dequincy Middle School's student population of 212 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dequincy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dequincy Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#710 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
22%
41%
White
72%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dequincy Middle School's ranking?
Dequincy Middle School is ranked #710 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Dequincy Middle School?
212 students attend Dequincy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Dequincy Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dequincy Middle School?
Dequincy Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dequincy Middle School offer ?
Dequincy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dequincy Middle School part of?
Dequincy Middle School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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